Qgiv

OCTOBER 12, 2021

Haunted houses are a staple of the Halloween season, so why not cash in on this classic spooky experience by hosting your own haunted house? While you’re searching for a haunted house to partner with, consider hosting your event at a haunted house that’s also willing to be your partner in a matching gift drive. Ghost story contest.

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Beneblog: Technology Meets Society

APRIL 4, 2010

Great to see two social enterprise bloggers, Kylie Eastley of Tasmania and Tristan Pollock from Minnesota, won Halle Tecco's contest on Huffington Post to go to the Social Enterprise Alliance Summit later this month in San Francisco. Next year it will be in South Africa.

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Get Fully Funded

MAY 2, 2022

The most popular items (and usually the best selling) are often a unique experience, such as being CEO for a day of a local company, recording a song in a professional-quality recording studio, going behind the scenes at an aquarium, or hosting a margarita party at home with a bartender. Or recruit a professional to host a virtual class.

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Bloomerang

APRIL 11, 2023

Here’s what we’ll cover: Using Instagram promotion before your event Instagram event promotion during your event Following up on your Instagram event promotion Whether you’re hosting a fundraising event or a community volunteer opportunity, Instagram can help you engage current and new audience members and set your event up for success.

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Neon CRM

DECEMBER 6, 2023

Pet Fundraisers Host events like dog walks, pet parades, dog washes, or pet costume contests and charge admission/entry fees. Trivia Night Host an affordable trivia event, charging a small entry fee per team or participant to compete. Word of advice: Livestream your drawing and record it.

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AccelEvents

JULY 14, 2021

Just like games, contests are virtual event ideas that can get people talking. Maybe the cutest pet contest or something event/topic-focused that does not require attendees to be on site. . Maybe the cutest pet contest or something event/topic-focused that does not require attendees to be on site. . In fact, 81.8% Recipe Night.

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Forum One

AUGUST 11, 2009

We have seen in recent years a growing prevalence of online contests. Here are three recent contest efforts that have impressed us. The final winner will soon be announced in a nail-biter end to the contest. The final winner will soon be announced in a nail-biter end to the contest.

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sgEngage

AUGUST 28, 2023

Social media contests: Photo contests can drive tons of engagement for your nonprofit on social media.Choose a relevant task for the contest that also makes for a fun visual, then ask supporters to post a photo and tag your nonprofit’s account to enter. Thank donors and volunteers often.

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Qgiv

JULY 5, 2023

Pere-to-peer fundraising is more than just a physical event, and there are many campaign ideas your organization to test out, including: Contests Challenges Crowdfunding DIY fundraising A-thon events Network fundraising Virtual storefronts Giving days And more! Host a competition where teams or individuals show off their basketball skills.

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Qgiv

JANUARY 4, 2022

Partner with a corporate sponsor or a major gifts supporter to host a matching gifts drive. Reach out to the chef of a popular local restaurant or send a call out to any supporters who are baking aficionados to host a virtual cooking or baking class as a fundraiser. Matching gifts drive. Virtual event fundraising. Virtual trivia night.

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AccelEvents

DECEMBER 1, 2020

Since shifting to the virtual event space, event planners have had to come up with creative ways to continue hosting profitable events. Businesses, nonprofits, and charities who normally host a holiday fundraiser have been forced to move online, and finding ways to connect to once generous donors is tough. . But there is hope.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JANUARY 19, 2010

Note from Beth: Anne Mai Bertlesen and I had a quick exchange at the end of year after I blogged about the Pepsi and Chase Giving Contests in December. She offered to write a guest post that provides an "insider's perspective" having run a number of cause-related ventures including contests.

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CauseVox

AUGUST 23, 2023

From pumpkin carving contests to haunted houses, there are so many ways to embrace this new season with fresh ideas. Hosting an event for families where most people need to drive? Pumpkin Patch Create a charming pumpkin patch and offer fun activities like pumpkin carving contests, hayrides, and pumpkin painting.

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Nonprofits Source

JULY 25, 2023

If you’re gearing up to host a fundraiser, you might be scrambling to find the right marketing tactics to engage your audience. Create Ambassador Contests One of the main reasons ambassador fundraising and marketing is so successful is the element of competition. But there are plenty of other ways to implement an ambassador contest.

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Tech Soup

AUGUST 27, 2010

If a nonprofit organization wins the contest, they must gift the prize to another nonprofit organization. For more details, please visit the contest website. This contest is hosted by Symantec, please contact Inspire@Symantec.com with any questions. Submissions will be accepted through September 17, 5:00 p.m.

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Whole Whale

OCTOBER 4, 2022

Halloween Costume Contest. Pumpkin Carving Contest. This is another great contest idea that can get people engaged and excited about your cause. You could even have a contest to see who can raise the most money, with prizes for the top three fundraisers. Make sure to include a way to give online direct from the handout.

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CauseVox

SEPTEMBER 20, 2021

If this isn’t an option available in your area, consider securing a location to host your own paint and sip night. Tip: Take advantage of the fall weather and host your paint and sip event outdoors (but have a contingency plan just in case). Or, plan your own trivia night where your nonprofit is responsible for hosting and recruiting.

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AccelEvents

AUGUST 24, 2021

The event professional hosting the event would have to define the event branding , game rules, game mechanics, how the point system works, and the game’s goal. We highly recommend digital scavenger hunts and photo contests to up the ante in the online format! Consider photo contests from both in-person and online attendees.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

APRIL 3, 2022

It could be an email or postcard about a regular meetup the nonprofit hosts, or about its services. Do a raffle, sweepstakes, contest, or giveaway in your community. If you know a venue owner, ask if they can host events for the organization. Zoom game night: Players pitch in $10 and host a virtual game night.

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NonProfit Hub

OCTOBER 25, 2023

In this guide, we’ll cover three creative and cost-effective approaches to attracting volunteers, including: Tap Into Existing Supporters Promote Your Volunteer Opportunities Host A Fun Recruitment Event Shaking up your recruitment methods can help you reach and engage more supporters. Let’s take a closer look at how you can get started.

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Qgiv

DECEMBER 1, 2021

We’ve put together these virtual gala ideas to help you host more engaging and profitable virtual galas. While not a gala fundraiser, Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Laurel Region hosted Big Talent, a virtual talent show event featuring several acts from their community. But how do you make your virtual gala events fun and engaging?

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Whole Whale

JUNE 9, 2022

Host a Volunteer Open House. An effective way to recruit volunteers is to host an open house where potential volunteers can come learn more about your organization and the different ways they can get involved. Be sure to include clear instructions on how people can enter the contest and what they need to do to win.

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Greater Giving

MARCH 28, 2023

Hole-In-One Contest A hole-in-one is when a golfer hits a golf ball into the hole with one shot. A hole-in-one contest is a popular feature of most golf tournaments. Tournament organizers often approach sponsors for such contests because it gives them good visibility.

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Whole Whale

MARCH 29, 2022

Host a Passover seder as an alternative to the rubber chicken dinner or spaghetti supper. Local libraries may also be open hosting egg-hunters for a good cause. Host a watching party for major games at a bar where the tips and certain drinks go to the charity. Pass the Plate at Passover (varies; usually late March/late April).

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Amy Sample Ward

AUGUST 6, 2010

Changents is hosting a contest with P&G Give Health calling for bloggers to share why they are clean water Change Agents. The contest runs most of this month, so register your blog today and start rallying supporters to help get donated water to those in need, and join the Children’s Safe Drinking Water expedition!

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Qgiv

JUNE 29, 2021

Need help deciding what type of online auction your nonprofit should host? Ready to host a virtual auction? Whether you choose the Roaring 20’s or want to host an 80’s event, decade-themed fundraising auctions are some of the most fun occasions to both plan and attend. Consider hosting a virtual beach-themed auction!

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Whole Whale

APRIL 14, 2022

Host a Community Clean-Up. Take advantage of National Donut Day (6/7) or National Hot Dog Month (July) and host a summer treat-eating competition or bake sale for your cause. Host a Prom for a Purpose. I see what you did there, @wholewhale… Here's the one day in June to encourage repeat donors. Click To Tweet. Eat for Good.

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AccelEvents

JULY 28, 2021

If you are hosting an industry-specific event or a networking event, part of the reward or prize can include sharing the winner’s name, title, and company at the event in post-event follow-ups. . They would likely be happy to donate a gift of some sort or furnish additional funds to you for the right to put their name on the contest.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

MAY 21, 2013

We took all the necessary steps to become an official 501c3 and we made little changes to the event in the first year we hosted it. After many months and the realization that things were beyond repairable with the old organization we formed a new one.

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AccelEvents

DECEMBER 1, 2020

Since shifting to the virtual event space, event planners have had to come up with creative ways to continue hosting profitable events. Businesses, nonprofits, and charities who normally host a holiday fundraiser have been forced to move online, and finding ways to connect to once generous donors is tough. . But there is hope.

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Qgiv

JUNE 4, 2021

And, we know a lot more about how to host virtual events and engage an online audience than we did last year. Lakeland Volunteers in Medicine recently hosted a social media and email campaign called “Be a Helper.” Consider hosting Zoom classes or streaming virtual events like a concert. Host a virtual endurance event!

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Amy Sample Ward

FEBRUARY 10, 2011

And… wait for it: the winning videos will be announced at this year’s Nonprofit Technology Conference hosted by NTEN and featured on YouTube’s homepage in March. Learn more about the contest guidelines and how to submit your video! The YouTube part is sort of like having your nonprofit video seen during the Super Bowl.).

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JULY 7, 2016

Promote an online contest and offer free giveaways where signing up for your e-newsletter is required to enter. Host free webinars. Asking for a mailing address will significantly decrease your e-newsletter opt-in rate, but if your nonprofit has a mobile alert campaign, you should add an optional mobile alert opt-in field.

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NonProfit Hub

JULY 10, 2020

Organic posting, running contests, and incorporating social media marketing in emails are all great ways to get started on your branding journey. You can do simple things like: Host a Q&A session . Run a contest! Contests are a great way for nonprofits to quickly extend visibility and get their audience involved and engaged.

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Get Fully Funded

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

For instance, when hosting a gala, you might use an elegant typeface on your social media banners. Submission contest. Take both of these ideas to the next level by gamifying them with a contest. Your content schedule should be more of a general guide so you know what kinds of materials you should prepare to collect.

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Get Fully Funded

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

For instance, when hosting a gala, you might use an elegant typeface on your social media banners. Submission contest. Take both of these ideas to the next level by gamifying them with a contest. Your content schedule should be more of a general guide so you know what kinds of materials you should prepare to collect.

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DipJar

JUNE 20, 2023

If your nonprofit hosts one or more fundraising events, you know that it’s easy to become predictable with the excuse that “we’ve always done this.” A cooking contest or bake-off might attract local foodies and aspiring chefs to share their best dishes. For instance, host a Winter Wonderland fundraiser around the holidays.

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